Michael Schirling, Burlington's police chief, said, "It's become necessary to ensure a greater level of security by having camera systems in place."

He cited threats made against city employees on social media and pointed to City Hall graffiti and vandalism.

"Most importantly, it will be hopefully a deterrent to folks that -- you don't want to be tagging the side of City Hall if there's a camera above your head," said Schirling.

The outdoor lens isn't expected to capture people enjoying City Hall Park.

Instead, according to Schirling, it will focus on the building's steps.

He doesn't anticipate someone will actively watch the cameras.

"It will be used after the fact and/or in the event that something is happening, in progress, so that folks inside City Hall and potentially here have the ability to access them," said Schirling.

The chief hopes those concerned with privacy consider the benefits of the new technology for police and city workers.

"The unfortunate reality of the world we live in is it's unpredictable and we have to do reasonable things to ensure that safety is taken into account. Like I said, that does not mean pointing those cameras out into the public space and actively watching them. That's not part of this conversation," said Schirling.

City Hall's new video system will cost around $6,000. The high-tech additions are expected to be installed soon.